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IMAJ posts via Facebook, “The ego is that ugly little troll that lives underneath the bridge between your mind and your Heart (love). Love is happy when it is able to give something. The ego is happy when it is able to take something. When you lose the ego…you become infinite, kind, beautiful.” So pleased to share this graphic tee by 3rd Culture Style. Thank you so much for the gift. (Above quotes by Osho, Gael Greene & Yogi Bhajan)

I SEE COLOR: Love. L-O-V-E. Is there enough love to go around? Does the sun have only one beam, for one flower, on this Earth? Are we not all interconnected? My mother has always taught me that true value and integrity is in oneself. Yet every now and then, including lately, someone will reach out to me and inform me about a new “Black Female” Country Singer. Some time ago I had the experience where an associate said they mentioned me to a major label and the label’s reply to that person was they already had “one” (i.e. a Black Female Country singer). Most of the time when I’m approached about this, I’m presented with the urgency of it — that I have to win, to be the first. But I’m not the first nor are they. There are several talented, “Black Female” Country singers that have been around for decades (Linda Martel, et al) and its a wonderful thing. I certainly embrace my ethnicity, my history — which is the history of us all — and I do see color. Why wouldn’t I? Beauty, culture, language, art ~ these are all the colors that breathe life into our world. I celebrate our differences. Why would we not celebrate the unique beauty of the eagle as well as the dove? And yet I Am — We Are — Human Beings. We are the Human Race. Each of us is a miracle from the complexity of our human eyes to the warmth depth of the Human Spirit. The moment we begin to use our differences to tear each other apart rather than fit our puzzle pieces together, there can be no love, no beauty, and no truth. What I pray for, work towards and live this life through is a hope that with each new generation we will have open minds and hearts that will grow and act in Love not Fear. This time on Earth is so incredibly precious. One day each and every one of our times will run out. Do all that you can to celebrate the beauty of our world. Appreciate life. Stand up for what may not be easy but in the end is what’s right. Celebrate yourself and each other. And above all act in Love. For when you are full of love you have no reason to fear. ‪#‎countrymusic‬ ‪#‎love‬ ‪#‎newyear‬

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“[IMAJ is] just incredible…

…the buzz is so positive with everyone I talk to who has ever heard her. She’s so unique…she’s created her own category. Her writing is just in another zone, and when you combine that with her vocal ability, the word “special” just doesn’t cover it. The opportunities she has ahead of her to positively influence others are endless. I was thinking one day about why we remember some people longer than others:It’s their words. Kennedy’s “Ask not” speech. Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream” speech, Ronald Reagan’s “Tear down this wall” speech. Their words have wheels. What I heard the other night was a young lady with more insights into life than the average 50-year-old, with the ability to express those ideas in music. When I listen to IMAJ, I hear words with wheels.”

“That one is truly a star!!!“ —Jonathan Monk, The Country GIANT 94.7FM

“We have had many talented artists stop by, but I can easily say that IMAJ is the most down to earth artist I have had the opportunity to interview. She is not only incredibly talented, but extremely intelligent.” —Larry Kaszynski, WOCO-FM 107.1

“[IMAJ] was one of the most enjoyable interviews I have done. She’s smart, talented and very articulate. She is welcome to the station anytime…” —Jerry Wright, The River 101.1FM

“IMAJ was fantastic…amazing interview!” —Josh Crowell, The River 101.1FM

“IMAJ was the warmest person we’ve ever had in our studio…I thank her for sharing her time & talent with us.” —Ryan McCall, 97-Seven Country WGLR-FM

“Ready to have her back already!” —Mike Betten, KLMJ-FM 104.9 Hampton

“IMAJ was wonderful…one listener said they could have listened to her sing all day! I hope we can say someday that we knew her when!” —Phil Nee, WRCO 100.9FM Country & Community

“This little lady has a great voice and serious song writing skills. She is funny, creative and a great story teller. I know she will be back when she hits it big.” —Tim Hartt, WXMM-FM 92.9 Country

Country’s Raving About IMAJ!

"IMAJ is Country's next big star!"Collin Raye, multi-platinum country singer-songwriter

"You have a true star on your hands! [IMAJ] is a STAR!!!"Dionne Warwick, multi-platinum singing legend, second only to Aretha Franklin as the Most-Charted Female Vocalist of All Time

"Imaj is the best Country singer I've ever worked with. Before it's over, everyone on this planet is going to know her name." Ron Grimes, multi-platinum songwriter, Leann Rimes

“Everytime [IMAJ] comes to [Gilley's Texas] she packs the joint up. She's one of the most talented young entertainers I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Her passion for success is rivaled only by the size of her heart.”Donnie Nelson Jr., general manager and president of NBA Champions Dallas Mavericks

"Can't believe those big chops come from that little body. The world needs to get ready because [IMAJ] is gonna turn it upside down."Neal McCoy, platinum country singer

"[IMAJ is] just terrific!”Soledad O'Brien, CNN anchor and New York Times best-selling author

“The response from viewers on IMAJ's feature story was huge! It was the biggest response we've had to a local story in a long time.”Debbie Denmon, ABC's WFAA Channel 8 Evening News

"IMAJ is incredible! She's going to be huge!"Billy Dean, multi-gold country singer-songwriter

IMAJ was on my [ESPN Radio Show] and was simply impressive.”Bradie James, Dallas Cowboys linebacker and philanthropist

“When Gretchen [Wilson] found out Imaj would be in Nashville for CMA Music Festival, she invited her to come out and sing at her fan club party. Imaj performed two songs for the appreciative audience and received an enthusiastic thumbs-up from Gretchen.”Jimmy Carter - Jimmy Carter Blog

"I've had the privilege of working with country music's hottest new talent, IMAJ. Imaj's vocals are absolutely amazing and in an era ruled by young artists and "pop" sounds, Imaj pays tribute to the vintage stars of country music...this young lady is on the verge of big success and I'm proud to call her a friend!"Collin Raye - CollinRaye.com

IMAJ Radio Interview on 100.9FM The Farm

Country Radio on IMAJ

"IMAJ is amazing! Listeners are always calling to request her...see a listener just called in right now requesting your song."—Cameron Dole in-studio with IMAJ on KWHW 93.5FM

"That one is truly a star!!!"—Jonathan Monk, Operations Manager, The Country GIANT 94.7FM

“We have had many talented artists stop by, but I can easily say that IMAJ is the most down to earth artist I have had the opportunity to interview. She is not only incredibly talented, but extremely intelligent.”—Larry Kaszynski, WOCO-FM 107.1

“[IMAJ] was one of the most enjoyable interviews I have done. She's smart, talented and very articulate. She is welcome to the station anytime...”—Jerry Wright, The River 101.1FM

“IMAJ was fantastic...amazing interview!”—Josh Crowell, The River 101.1FM

“IMAJ was the warmest person we've ever had in our studio...I thank her for sharing her time & talent with us.”—Ryan McCall, 97-Seven Country WGLR-FM

“IMAJ was wonderful...one listener said they could have listened to her sing all day! I hope we can say someday that we knew her when!”—Phil Nee, WRCO 100.9FM Country & Community

"This little lady has a great voice and serious song writing skills. She is funny, creative and a great story teller. I know she will be back when she hits it big.”—Tim Hartt, WXMM-FM 92.9 Country

“IMAJ is amazing. Holy cow!”—Gabe Buch, Q94-FM Great Country

"You just stole my heart...you've got a beautiful voice...just blew me away."—JW to IMAJ live on-air from Lakes Country 102.1FM

"You may be Dallas' Little Gem but you're Our Little Jewel."—Lou Kelly to IMAJ, live on-air from K101-FM

"A lot of today's mega stars could learn from this amazing talent, IMAJ is real down to earth and so genuine!!”—Alan Jefferies, Super Country 105FM

“OMG!!!!! IMAJ is AWESOME!!!!! This young lady needs to be on the OPRY! Thank You for sending her by Thunder Country!!!!”—Bob, Thunder Country 96.3 FM

“Everyone loved [IMAJ] and was extremely impressed by her...I had to pick my jaw up off the floor when she started singing! Absolutely amazing!”— Dr. Dave, KDKD 95.3FM

“IMAJ was a delight to interview...very articulate with her responses yet fun at the same time. She has a strong voice and fantastic guitar playing while being very personable and entertaining all the while!”—George Davis, KBXB

"IMAJ was an absolute delight and so talented! Thank you for sending us such a potential superstar! We are hanging the signed posters she presented to us on our “wall of fame”—Katey, Okie Country KTFX 101.7FM

"You just picked up a lifetime fan of me."—Blake to IMAJ, live on-air from Lakes Country 102.1FM

“I tell you, I don’t think there is anything that this girl cannot do...honestly, this girl is amazing!”Carol Riordan - Butterflies Radio

“I met this beautiful young lady when her mother, Kassandra brought her on the show and gave me the Nashville handshake. I've been smitten with her talents ever since.”Billy Block from The Billy Block (Radio) Show - 103.3 WKDF Nashville FM Radio

“Imaj has opened for country music stars Lorrie Morgan and Collin Raye — a huge accomplishment for a Frisco artist who's getting a lot of buzz. She's a pint-size singer who makes up in depth for what she lacks in height.”
Debbie Denmon, reporting IMAJ's feature story on ABC's WFAA Channel 8

“[Imaj is] the next Diva-in-the-making in the music industry!”Amy - ABC's Good Morning Texas

“It is rare to find an individual with the talent and dedication to pursue more than one craft – even more uncommon for a young person to incorporate a passion for peace and improving human relations into a career path. Imaj...makes it her purpose to do both.”Jesscia Rush - Star Local News

“IMAJ is the next Pop Culture Trendsetter! She's a 21-year-old country musician with a lot of hip and a little hippie. She’s African-American and writes her own lyrics, which makes her a rarity in the industry.”Roni Proter - Pink Memo & CW33 TV

"PHENOMENAL and INSPIRING...Imaj spoke from her heart and sang with such enthusiasm and love, [her concert] was a wonderful experience...[Imaj] is a shining, positive example and...with [your] support, her journey to the top of the Country charts will be swift!"Cheryl Smith, The Dallas Weekly Newspaper, who named Imaj one of the "25 People to Watch in 2012!"